HEATHER VANDERMEYDEN
Draper,UT
Summary
Executive Assistant, Paralegal, and Office Administrator with extensive experience supporting attorneys, executives, and complex operations. Highly organized and detail-driven, with strengths in drafting legal documents, managing intricate schedules, and maintaining accuracy under pressure. Trusted for professionalism, discretion, and the ability to keep fast-paced environments running smoothly.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Author and Owner
Poppy Meadows Publishing LLC
Draper, UT
09.2023 - Current
- Founded and registered an independent publishing company; managed end-to-end operations, contracts, schedules, and vendor coordination.
- Authored and published a full-length nonfiction book; collaborated with editors, designers, and 15+ contributors; led 30+ speaking and podcast engagements reaching 35,000+ audience members.
Paralegal/Executive Assistant
Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys
Lehi, UT
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Drafted 600+ legal documents, property deeds, contracts, and filings.
- Delivered exceptional organizational support enabling executive focus on high-level strategic initiatives fostering company growth.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Paralegal
The Law Office of Stephen D. Redd
Draper, UT
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Drafted and proofed 50+ legal documents monthly; conducted legal research for 500+ cases.
- Managed 200+ active client files and case documentation using legal software systems.
- Processed insurance claims, medical record requests, and demand packages.
- Supported four attorneys with client intakes, briefs, and communication.
- Implemented file management system improving case access and efficiency.
Senior Assistant Caseworker
The State Of Utah-Human Services
Provo, UT
12.2016 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with 10+ legal teams and state agencies to ensure compliance with court orders.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information while managing complex filing systems for both physical documents and digital records.
- Streamlined communication between departments, fostering collaboration and reducing response times.
Office Specialist
The State Of Utah-Department Of Corrections
Draper, UT
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Supported treatment compliance by maintaining accurate records and tracking mental health appointments for 2000+ clients.
- Communicated between clinicians, caseworkers, and facility staff to ensure continuity of care.
Court Liaison/Legal File Clerk
Alliance Clinical Services
American Fork, UT
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Supported DCFS and legal teams with file management and compliance tracking.
- Coordinated scheduling, data entry, and documentation for 400+ active cases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hunter High School
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Calendar) DocuSign and Google Workspace
- Notary Public
- Case Management
- File and records management
- Multitasking
- Administrative and Executive support
- Document Drafting
- Utah State X- Change
- Confidentiality
- Client communication and support
- Financial and estate planning
- Schedule & calendar planning
Affiliations
- Board of Directors Utah IANDS 2023-present
- Utah Foster Care Foundation Ambassador 2006-2013
Certification
State of Utah Notary Public
Timeline
Paralegal/Executive Assistant
Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys
03.2024 - 03.2025
Independent Author and Owner
Poppy Meadows Publishing LLC
09.2023 - Current
Paralegal
The Law Office of Stephen D. Redd
03.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Assistant Caseworker
The State Of Utah-Human Services
12.2016 - 05.2021
Office Specialist
The State Of Utah-Department Of Corrections
04.2016 - 12.2016
Court Liaison/Legal File Clerk
Alliance Clinical Services
04.2013 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Hunter High School